# Modeling Questions

**URL:** https://discourse.shapr3d.com/c/workshop/troubleshooting/5.md?page=27

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## [How to add surface text](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-add-surface-text/37948)

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**Author:** [@msibleyj](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/msibleyj)\
**Replies:** 17\
**Last updated:** [May 15, 2025, 3:12am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-add-surface-text/37948 "2025-05-15T03:12:51Z")

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I’m trying to create 3D print of a a tray with holes for hex bits with a label below each hole that is flush with the surface. If I put the text on the surface of the body and export as a 3mf and then import into Bambu S…

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## [University affiliation to edu licenses in Mexico](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/university-affiliation-to-edu-licenses-in-mexico/37942)

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**Author:** [@Leopoldo](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Leopoldo)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [May 14, 2025, 6:47pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/university-affiliation-to-edu-licenses-in-mexico/37942 "2025-05-14T18:47:48Z")

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I want to know if a university in Mexico has to run a process so its students have access to educational licenses

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## [Copy element with his Variable](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/copy-element-with-his-variable/37937)

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**Author:** [@jean-philippe2](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/jean-philippe2)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [May 13, 2025, 8:57pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/copy-element-with-his-variable/37937 "2025-05-13T20:57:10Z")

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Hi, Move/Rotate tool(M) don’t copy my variable. It’s not a big deal, but when you have 20 or 40 circles, it’s more tedious. I would like to keep it in the copy, as with the Mirror tool. See it in video.

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## [My work has disappeared](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/my-work-has-disappeared/37927)

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**Author:** [@Rtfm00](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Rtfm00)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [May 13, 2025, 4:14pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/my-work-has-disappeared/37927 "2025-05-13T16:14:08Z")

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Hi. Many hours of work seem not to have been saved. The tail section of my airplane is missing after closing Shapr3D for half an hour and then returning to it. Searching through the history I can see the outline of th…

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## [Loosing ability to select numerical values](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/loosing-ability-to-select-numerical-values/37935)

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**Author:** [@MakerWoodworker](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/MakerWoodworker)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [May 13, 2025, 3:09pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/loosing-ability-to-select-numerical-values/37935 "2025-05-13T15:09:58Z")

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In the recent update I loose the ability to select numerical values when moving/duplicating/creating patterns. If I close the project and reopen it the ability returns for a short time, then I loose it again. Is this a k…

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## [Import into after effects](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/import-into-after-effects/37921)

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**Author:** [@GeorgeM1956](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/GeorgeM1956)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [May 12, 2025, 6:19pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/import-into-after-effects/37921 "2025-05-12T18:19:42Z")

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On the fence about subscribing to Sharp3D. I need to be able to export an object, in this case a 3D model of an ultrasound probe, into after effects. Is this possible? If so which file format works with after effects ver…

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## [Get a ribbed surface on organic shapes?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/get-a-ribbed-surface-on-organic-shapes/37916)

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**Author:** [@3Dzzy](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/3Dzzy)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [May 12, 2025, 5:53pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/get-a-ribbed-surface-on-organic-shapes/37916 "2025-05-12T17:53:29Z")

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Hi, I’m quite familiar with Shapr3D and always want to learn more about it. I can’t see a way other than manually doing every single of the ribs. Any ideas?

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## [Scale a Sketch](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/scale-a-sketch/8396)

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**Author:** [@MarkMandrell](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/MarkMandrell)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [May 12, 2025, 3:01pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/scale-a-sketch/8396 "2025-05-12T15:01:09Z")

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Is it possible to scale an 2d sketch? I know I can create an extrusion from the sketch and scale the body but I would like to be able to scale a sketch in order to project it onto a body. Thanks

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## [Measurements between faces](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/measurements-between-faces/9851)

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**Author:** [@Willis](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Willis)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [May 11, 2025, 11:44pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/measurements-between-faces/9851 "2025-05-11T23:44:20Z")

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Hi, still fairly illiterate with shapr but loving the learning curve. Question: is there a way of measuring (and showing the figures) the space between two faces. Eg is it possible by tapping on 2 faces of opposing bodie…

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## [Is something like this possible?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/is-something-like-this-possible/37903)

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**Author:** [@Emt](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Emt)\
**Replies:** 14\
**Last updated:** [May 11, 2025, 12:57pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/is-something-like-this-possible/37903 "2025-05-11T12:57:41Z")

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Im totally new to all of this but was hoping to create something like the image. Is it possible and if so is it easy for a beginner? Thanks

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## [Cutting hole into imported STL shape](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/cutting-hole-into-imported-stl-shape/37901)

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**Author:** [@Chandlermclellan](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Chandlermclellan)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [May 11, 2025, 12:39pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/cutting-hole-into-imported-stl-shape/37901 "2025-05-11T12:39:08Z")

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I need to cut a hole into an imported abstract STL and hollow the shape as well. I attempted to extrude a cylinder into the shape as you would normally but it did not create a hole. Any tips? https://support.shapr3d.com…

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## [Disconnect sketch from body](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/disconnect-sketch-from-body/34868)

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**Author:** [@Horsthorst](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Horsthorst)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [May 11, 2025, 12:42am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/disconnect-sketch-from-body/34868 "2025-05-11T00:42:38Z")

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Hello everybody, I‘d like to ask for help to solve a problem described below: When I create a body (3D) out of a sketch (2D) and move the body aside, the sketch seems to be still connected to the figure, because when t…

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## [M4 pro vs m4 max](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/m4-pro-vs-m4-max/37880)

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**Author:** [@Cotano](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Cotano)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [May 10, 2025, 3:09pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/m4-pro-vs-m4-max/37880 "2025-05-10T15:09:01Z")

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I’m about to get a new MacBook to use with shapr3d and other programs for 3d printing. Shapr stood out to me because of its iPad integration and I currently have a 12.9 6th gen. I was choosing between the m4 pro 48 GBs…

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## [Is there a way to move multiple objects simultaneously](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/is-there-a-way-to-move-multiple-objects-simultaneously/37867)

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**Author:** [@tsq456](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/tsq456)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [May 9, 2025, 10:38pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/is-there-a-way-to-move-multiple-objects-simultaneously/37867 "2025-05-09T22:38:18Z")

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Is there a way to move multiple objects simultaneously (object linking) in Shapr3D? For example, I designed a three-section drawer slide, which consists of three objects. Currently, I have to select each part from the li…

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## [Select edge of a body](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/select-edge-of-a-body/37501)

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**Author:** [@JoeS](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/JoeS)\
**Replies:** 13\
**Last updated:** [May 9, 2025, 9:07pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/select-edge-of-a-body/37501 "2025-05-09T21:07:07Z")

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When I select the edge of a body Shapr3D now presents a pop up menu. I have to select a merge version of the object. I simply want to select the edge of the body. Having to choose a merged version was not necessary previ…

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## [How to disable cloud sync?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-disable-cloud-sync/37878)

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**Author:** [@Ramzan](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Ramzan)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [May 9, 2025, 8:23pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-disable-cloud-sync/37878 "2025-05-09T20:23:45Z")

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I don’t want to upload all my designs to your company servers, but sync dialog in settings doesn’t have such an option (I’m using free version). Am I doing something wrong or this software is supposed to force you to sha…

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## [Parametric workflow wrong?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/parametric-workflow-wrong/37873)

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**Author:** [@Timmy](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Timmy)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [May 9, 2025, 1:29pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/parametric-workflow-wrong/37873 "2025-05-09T13:29:53Z")

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Hey there, Shapr3D world! Long time OnShape user here. I frequently design for custom 3D printing solutions in a professional setting. I’ve settled with OnShape because it simply works for me, but I don’t think it’s wor…

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## [Lofting oval to circular](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/lofting-oval-to-circular/37864)

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**Author:** [@Rtfm00](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Rtfm00)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [May 9, 2025, 6:55am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/lofting-oval-to-circular/37864 "2025-05-09T06:55:33Z")

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Of all the tools available in Shapr3D, lofting gives me the most pain. Obviously I don’t understand the limitations of the tool, but I can’t actually see why a resulting loft would not be valid. For example, I am tryin…

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## [超出允许范围](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/topic/37844)

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**Author:** [@soya](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/soya)\
**Replies:** 11\
**Last updated:** [May 8, 2025, 7:34pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/topic/37844 "2025-05-08T19:34:32Z")

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画的草图只有大约60mm大

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## [Can't add new sketch to revolved cylinder](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/cant-add-new-sketch-to-revolved-cylinder/30406)

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**Author:** [@Treefrog](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Treefrog)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [February 26, 2024, 5:27am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/cant-add-new-sketch-to-revolved-cylinder/30406 "2024-02-26T05:27:14Z")

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One issue I’ve been running into, which I’m finding quite irksome is my inability to create a new sketch or a Construction plane off the end face of a revolved cylinder shape. So I revolve a 2d rectangle around an axis …

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## [STL design put on drawing](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/stl-design-put-on-drawing/37837)

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**Author:** [@CroftCNC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/CroftCNC)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [May 7, 2025, 1:27pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/stl-design-put-on-drawing/37837 "2025-05-07T13:27:28Z")

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New to shapr and not sure if the software can do this. I started using shapr to create ornate 3d carved furniture. Can shapr project an imported STL into the drawing sheets? Or is there a way to get them in the drawings…

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## [Fold and unfold on Shapr3D](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/fold-and-unfold-on-shapr3d/37859)

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**Author:** [@Capo\_776](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Capo_776)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [May 8, 2025, 2:12pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/fold-and-unfold-on-shapr3d/37859 "2025-05-08T14:12:04Z")

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Hi, My question is, can we fold and unfold sheet part to be laser cut? I’ve try to find by my self on web but no resolute, can you help whit that? Thank’s in advance! David

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## [Offset tool creating new plane](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/offset-tool-creating-new-plane/37798)

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**Author:** [@timbrux](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/timbrux)\
**Replies:** 13\
**Last updated:** [May 8, 2025, 1:57am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/offset-tool-creating-new-plane/37798 "2025-05-08T01:57:03Z")

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The offset tool has all of a sudden started putting the offset edge on another plane and this is not what I want. I want it to be part of the existing sketch so I can extrude only a small portion of the sketches. How do …

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## [Commercial license](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/commercial-license/37846)

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**Author:** [@JacobGamblin65](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/JacobGamblin65)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [May 7, 2025, 9:12pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/commercial-license/37846 "2025-05-07T21:12:27Z")

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I’m wondering what kind of subscription I need for a commercial license. I looked all of the website but I couldn’t find it listed. Can anyone help me with this?

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## [Screen stays completely black](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/screen-stays-completely-black/37842)

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**Author:** [@MiniATom](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/MiniATom)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [May 7, 2025, 4:35pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/screen-stays-completely-black/37842 "2025-05-07T16:35:51Z")

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Hi everyone, I’m new to this software. I just installed Shapr3D, but when I try to start it, I only see the tutorial video and the rest of the screen stays completely black. Nothing else shows up. Can someone please help…

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## [How to draw a multi-length rectangle?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-draw-a-multi-length-rectangle/37839)

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**Author:** [@Elyk](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Elyk)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [May 7, 2025, 3:50pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-draw-a-multi-length-rectangle/37839 "2025-05-07T15:50:40Z")

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(New user) I can’t seem to figure out how to draw a simple rectangle that has different length sides i.e. 40 x 41 x 3 x .5 whenever I try to change one sides dimension, it automatically changes the other parallel side wi…

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## [Importing from shaper3d to new sketch to new page](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/importing-from-shaper3d-to-new-sketch-to-new-page/37836)

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**Author:** [@Tienie66](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Tienie66)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [May 7, 2025, 3:10pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/importing-from-shaper3d-to-new-sketch-to-new-page/37836 "2025-05-07T15:10:56Z")

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Please provide a detailed description of the issue. Provide as much information as possible, including screenshots and/or screen recordings. For screen recording, we recommend using Loom (loom.com), an easy-to-use screen…

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## [Projection even Silhouette function?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/projection-even-silhouette-function/37833)

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**Author:** [@eagenkao](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/eagenkao)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [May 7, 2025, 6:39am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/projection-even-silhouette-function/37833 "2025-05-07T06:39:35Z")

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Hi guys! I constantly works with some other suppliers and modelers. Sometimes I need to insert their module into my design. However, when I was trying to project a solid part to a plane, sometimes those rounded edge can…

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## [Needs mirror command and extend command in 2D](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/needs-mirror-command-and-extend-command-in-2d/20421)

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**Author:** [@BaronVonDegelmann](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/BaronVonDegelmann)\
**Replies:** 17\
**Last updated:** [May 5, 2025, 10:19pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/needs-mirror-command-and-extend-command-in-2d/20421 "2025-05-05T22:19:46Z")

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Hello Im not sure who to send this to but Shapr needs a few basic commands in 2D Yes there is always a work around but providing 2D sketch tools are critical for fast design workflow

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## [Can 3DSharp simulate weight constraints? (Bike frame project)](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/can-3dsharp-simulate-weight-constraints-bike-frame-project/37820)

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**Author:** [@Julien84000](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Julien84000)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [May 5, 2025, 5:52pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/can-3dsharp-simulate-weight-constraints-bike-frame-project/37820 "2025-05-05T17:52:38Z")

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Hi everyone, I’m currently working on designing a bicycle frame and I would like to run some simulations to test how it would handle different weight loads and stress points. Does anyone know if 3DSharp is capable of s…

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